Innovation Hubs: Report on best practices

The initial plan for this deliverable was to define initial and uniformed business models for the Innovation Hubs (IH). However it has been recognised by all parties (consortium and Commission) that the EPPN consortium cannot take responsibility to develop the business model of an IH. These business models are defined by the IH in accordance with the instructions from their owners and considering the multi-level governance models applicable. The consortium has concluded that one of the best ways to support the IH on an effective way is to provide them with examples of best practices so that they will be able to benchmark with other IH. In this context, the consortium will engage in particular with the three specific innovation hubs to discuss with them and convince them about the usability of the EPPN and bi-laterally use their advice on further developments of the EPPN. Instead of developing governance and sustainable business models for the 3 selected innovation hubs, the consortium proposes to deliver a document reporting the best practices identified within each of the selected ecosystems.